Arts + Literature Laboratory presents Heal, Create, and Share, a group exhibition curated by Roberto Torres Mata, from Wednesday, May 1, 2024 through Saturday, June 22, 2024.
A reception for current exhibitions will be held on Friday, May 3 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
Heal, Create, and Share is an art exhibition focused on addressing mental health challenges within diverse and all communities in Dane County. The core concept centers around providing a therapeutic and communal space where individuals can engage in artistic expression, share their experiences, and collectively contribute to a communal quilt. Through the act of creating art, participants are encouraged to embark on a journey of healing and build a supportive community.
Exhibiting Artists: Rodrigo Carapia, Lilada Gee, Dakota Mace, Lesley Numbers, Ash Armenta, Rachael Griffin, J Myszka Lewis, Cat Birk, Jana Cariddi, Issis Macias, Heather Kohlmeier, and Cullen Houser.
The artists will explore themes around mental health to provide a positive impact on all communities. The exhibition will showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions, including paintings, sculptures, and multimedia installations that convey different perspectives on mental well-being. I aim to include artists from diverse backgrounds here in Dane County whose work will shed light on the subject and spread awareness to heal, create and share with everyone. The diverse artworks contribute to an evolving cultural conversation about mental well-being, providing a snapshot of the community's creative responses to these issues.
This project aims to create a powerful and accessible platform that raises awareness about mental health and actively involves the community in the process of healing and destigmatization. With broader issues currently happening around the world, I want to address mental health issues locally and become more involved with my community and listen to the stories and voices that too often go unheard
